A hot tip to battle performance anxiety? 'Pretend flush' a mistake down the toilet - Peer2Peer

A hot tip to battle performance anxiety? 'Pretend flush' a mistake down the toilet

Oct 03, 2026

Worried about stumbling before a high-stakes event, like a race or a job interview? Psychologist Cindra Kamphoff offers creative strategies to overcome the jitters and build confidence in the moment.(Image credit: Anton Vierietin/Getty Images)

https://www.npr.org/2026/10/03/nx-s1-5989391/a-hot-tip-to-battle-performance-anxiety-pretend-flush-a-mistake-down-the-toilet

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